In favorable seasons, extensive areas become rose-colored with the flowers of this sometimes parasitic plant. Upright tufts of flowers and bracts cover the top of the 4-16 in. stems. The flowers are rose with yellow or white, while the subtending bracts are bright crimson or purple. The lower portion of the stem is densely covered with ascending, thread-like leaves.

Bloom Information

Distribution

Growing Conditions

Light Requirement: Sun Soil Description: Sandy soils.

Propagation

Description: Scratch untreated seeds into the soil in early fall. Typically germinate when soil temperatures are near 80 degrees. Seed Collection: Not Available Seed Treatment: No treatment is necessary. Commercially Avail: yes